Geevor Tin Mine Museum
About This Museum
People come to Geevor not just to see a museum, but to feel the sheer grit of Cornwall's industrial past. It's a real tin mine that only closed in 1990, so it feels like the workers have just clocked out for the day. The absolute best part is getting kitted out with a hard hat and following an ex-miner underground; hearing their stories in the damp, dark tunnels is something you won't forget. You leave with a newfound respect for the generations who worked in these conditions, and it’s that powerful human connection that sticks with you long after you've seen the daylight again.
Collection Highlights
The underground tour is the main event, but don't miss the vast Mill where ore was crushed or seeing the 'Dry', the changing rooms where miners hung their clothes, still heavy with the smell of sweat and engine oil.
Visitor Information
Book the underground tour ahead of time—it's essential. And wear sturdy shoes; this isn't a polished gallery, it's a rugged site with uneven floors and plenty of steps.
Architecture & Building
It's not one fancy building, but a sprawling collection of industrial sheds, towering headframes, and stark engine houses clinging to the clifftop, all weathered by the Atlantic wind.
Contact & Location
Address: Geevor Tin Mine, Croft Mear, Pendeen, St Just, Cornwall, England, TR19 7EW, United Kingdom
Phone: +44 1736 788662
Website: Visit Website
